What is the cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Torquay?

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Torquay is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harpenden to Torquay?

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Torquay is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Tesco via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Torquay?

The distance between Harpenden and Torquay is 228 miles. The road distance is 206.1 miles.

How do I travel from Harpenden to Torquay without a car?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £70 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Harpenden to Torquay?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Harpenden to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Torquay bus from?

Harpenden to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Torquay?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £70 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Harpenden to Torquay bus arrive?

Harpenden to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Torquay is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Harpenden to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2338+ hotels available in Torquay.

Harpenden to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden to Torquay by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to FarringdonLuton - Sutton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newton AbbotLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
4h 23m
£73–226
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Station501 / ...
8h 10m
£32–43
Drive 204.9 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Torquay204.9 mi
3h 36m
£50–73
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
6h 32m
£43–113

Harpenden to Torquay by train and bus

164Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Harpenden to Torquay.

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Distance: 226.2 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Harpenden, England and Torquay, England?

You can take a train from Harpenden to Asda via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £25–35 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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